Sociology

Sociology major (Mountain View/Salem)

As a sociology major at SBU, you will focus on understanding social institutions,
group life, and the influence of environmental factors upon the individual and society.
These skills will equip you with interpersonal and professional skills while providing
a wide variety of career opportunities.

The sociology program is a very applied field of study and can be used as a springboard
for graduate school study or for careers in the private, government, nonprofit or
education sectors. You also can broaden your education by adding a minor in criminal
justice or psychology to your degree program.

The SBU Mountain View and Salem Campuses offer a bachelor of science degree in sociology
through afternoon and evening classes. This flexibility makes it a great option for
you if you're already in the workforce but want to pursue further education or expand
your career opportunities.

The SBU Advantage

Be equipped for a lifetime of success by a school that is committed to doing what
it takes to help you graduate and succeed.

Receive a high-quality, Christian higher education close to home.

Further your education while remaining active in the workforce through afternoon and
evening classes that work with your schedule.

Benefit from small class sizes that provide opportunities for individualized instruction,
academic guidance and networking.

Faith Integration

Southwest Baptist University is a Christ-centered university and is committed to the
integration of faith and academics in all programs and degrees. Class discussions
include open dialogue about how faith impacts the academic discipline. Students are
encouraged to consider their own faith and how they will incorporate their faith in
their chosen career paths. SBU's goal is to produce academically qualified career
professionals who are also servant leaders in today's global society.

Outcomes

A sociology major from Southwest Baptist University will be equipped for a wide variety
of potential career paths, including:

This is a proposed guideline. Please check the catalog and see your advisor for your final degree requirements.
Southwest Baptist University reserves the right to make changes to degree plans without
advanced notice or obligation. The student is responsible for understanding and completing
all general education, degree, departmental and graduation requirements.

The B.A. degree in Sociology requires: (1) Two semesters of a foreign language (6-8
hours), and (2) Thirty-three hours in Sociology. The B.S. degree in Sociology requires
the completion of 33 hours in Sociology (as listed in the B.A. degree section) and
completion of one of the following three options: (1) 8-9 hours of upper level psychology,
or 8-9 hours of upper level natural science; OR (2) Complete the requirements for
a minor within the department; OR (3) Complete the requirements for a second major
as listed in the catalog. Note: The approved second major from this department would
be either Psychology, Social Work or Criminal Justice.